New Engine for F-35 Being Developed
An upgrade to the F-35’s engine is being developed. Pratt & Whitney says the changes will give the engine the power and cooling necessary to make the fighter jet even more of a powerhouse.
Deadline Nears to Request Absentee Ballot
The deadline to request a 2018 Primary Election absentee ballot be received by mail is June 19, 2018. The deadline to request an absentee ballot for the primary election for online delivery is June 22, 2018.
Hoyer: Jobs Creation Moving at ‘Muted Pace’
US employment continued to trend up in several industries, including retail trade, health care, and construction in May 2018. Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 223,000, and the unemployment rate edged down to 3.8 percent.
There’s More to Explore in St. Mary’s
The Healthy Eating Active Living Action Team is again hosting the More to Explore program for St. Mary’s County, MD, from June 18 through Aug. 25, 2018.
Stuff the Bus Food Drive Yields Donations
Hundreds of pounds of food were collected during the Stuff the Bus Food Drive held in May to stock local food pantries with food supplies.
Drones Show, Races Come to St. Mary’s
Join the St. Mary’s County Department of Economic Development, Rugged Sky Media, and the International Drone Racing Association as they present Race X Maryland: International FPV Drone Races & Show this weekend.
Grant Aids Recovery Efforts at Great Mills HS
Recovery efforts at Great Mills High School will be helped by a $190,000 federal grant announced by Congressman Steny H. Hoyer and Sens. Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen.
Skatepark Enhancements Coming Soon
St. Mary’s County government is about to start making major improvements to the Nicolet Skatepark, in the hopes of making the park more attractive to skaters.
SMECO Issues Capital Credit Refunds
Capital Credit Refunds from Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative will begin to be issued in July, at a total of nearly $5.6 million. Eligible active customer-members will get credits on their bills and checks will be sent to eligible former members.
Can Navy Maintain Superiority at Sea?
The chief of naval operations says the US Navy needs to rediscover its momentum and “get a fire in our gut.” ADM John Richardson was speaking on how the service can maintain its superiority at sea.
